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Inpatient Recreation Therapist

MultiCare Health System
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 9 days
Location

Puyallup, WA, US

Salary

$72,384 - $104,208 per year

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance

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  • MultiCare is seeking a Recreation Therapist to join their team, focusing on therapeutic recreation services for patients with physical disabilities.
  • The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, certification as a Recreational Therapist (CTRS), and previous experience working with adults with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Candidates should have experience with therapeutic procedures and evaluation techniques, as well as a current BLS certification and a valid Washington State Driver's License.
  • The role offers a full-time schedule with day shifts and rotating weekends, and the salary range is between $72,384.00 and $104,208.00 USD, dependent on experience and qualifications.
  • MultiCare provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement benefits, and generous paid time off.

Join a team that shares your calling 

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. 

*** Looking for a candidate that has previous experience working with persons with physical disabilities. ***


FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Days/Rotating weekends

Position Summary

The Recreation Therapist assesses, plans, develops, implements, and modifies therapeutic recreation services as referred by a physician to help reduce depression, stress, and anxiety; recover basic physical and mental abilities; build confidence; and socialize effectively. You will evaluate and treat patients in leisure skills, community skills, and recreational skills. You will provide written documentation of all services rendered and participate as a member of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.
Responsibilities
  • Evaluates patients and develops treatment plan when necessary
  • Provides therapy to inpatients and outpatients
  • Provides resources to patients and their significant others to assist patients with building leisure and recreation skills
  • Provides timely and accurate documentation for all services delivered

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation
  • Certification as a Recreational Therapist (CTRS) is required
  • Previous experience working with adults with physical and cognitive disabilities
  • Experience with current therapeutic procedures and evaluation techniques in therapeutic recreation
  • BLS Certification
  • Current Washington State Driver's License: proof of a safe driving record (which meets established MHS Standards) obtained by a motor vehicle report from the appropriate state

About Good Samaritan Hospital 

MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hub serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. As the area’s only hospital, it features a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, Children’s Therapy Unit and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Innovative facilities like the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute make Good Samaritan a dynamic workplace for clinicians eager to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art environment. 

 

About the Puyallup Community 

Nestled at the foot of Mount Rainier along the Puyallup River, Puyallup offers a welcoming small-town feel just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle. Residents enjoy unique dining, an antique-filled downtown, excellent schools and abundant parks and recreation — all while being close to big-city opportunities. 

 

Why MultiCare? 

 

Rooted in the local community 

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. 

 

Growth and education 

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. 

 

Well-being and support 

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. 

 

Living our values 

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. 

 

Belonging for all 

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. 

 

Pacific Northwest lifestyle 

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. 

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $72,384.00 - $104,208.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

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